Consistent Export Growth: 5.66% CAGR Over 7 Years
India's exports under HSN Sub-Chapter 1806 have grown at a compound annual rate of 5.66% over 7 fiscal years, rising from ₹971.02 Crore in FY 2018-19 to ₹1,350.79 Crore in FY 2024-25.
1806 HSN Code: Cocoa food preparations
HSN Sub Chapter 1806 represents Cocoa food preparations under GST classification. This code helps businesses identify Cocoa food preparations correctly for billing, taxation, and trade purposes. With HSN Sub Chapter 1806, companies can avoid errors in invoices, simplify compliance, and enable hassle-free import/export of Cocoa food preparations.
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New GST Rate for HSN Code 1806
GST Rate for Cocoa food preparations under HSN Code 1806. Understand current tax rates, exemptions, and legal classifications to ensure accurate billing and GST filing.
Tariff HSN Codes under HSN Sub Chapter 1806
Following tariff HSN codes fall under Cocoa food preparations.
Tariff HSN
Description
Tariff HSN
Description
Cocoa powder, containing added sugar or other sweetening matter
Tariff HSN
Description
Other preparations in blocks, slabs or bars weighing more than 2 kg. or in liquid, paste,powder, granular or other bulk form in containers or immediate packings, of a content exceeding 2 kg.
Tariff HSN
Description
Other, in blocks, slabs or bars : Filled
Tariff HSN
Description
Other, in blocks, slabs or bars : Not Filled
Tariff HSN
Description
Other : Chocolate and chocolate products
Tariff HSN
Description
Other : Sugar confectionary containing cocoa
Tariff HSN
Description
Other : Spreads containing cocoa
Tariff HSN
Description
Other : Preparations containing cocoa for making beverages
Tariff HSN
Description
Other : Other
India’s Trade Performance — HSN Sub-Chapter 1806 in FY 2024-25
TradeStat EIDB — Ministry of Commerce & Industry
FY 2018-19–FY 2024-25
Values in ₹ Crore
India’s Exports
FY 2024-25₹1,351 Cr
+25.30%
vs FY 2023-24
0.0365% of India’s total exports
India’s Imports
FY 2024-25₹1,137 Cr
+4.98%
vs FY 2023-24
0.0186% of India’s total imports
Trade Balance
FY 2024-25₹214 Cr
Trade Surplus
Surplus rank #322 of 1233 subchapters
% of Chapter 18
FY 2024-2553.76%
Share of Chapter 18’s total exports in FY 2024-25
Import side: 13.49% of Chapter 18’s imports
Rank Within Chapter 18
FY 2024-25#1 of 6
Position by export value among subchapters in Chapter 18
Import-side rank: #4 of 6
At a glance
5.66%
Export CAGR
FY 2018-19 → FY 2024-25 · 7 fiscal years
#336
National Export Rank
of 1233 subchapters by export value, FY 2024-25
+25.30%
Peak Growth Year
FY 2024-25 · strongest single-year move
53.76%
Contribution to Ch. 18
Share of Chapter 18 exports in FY 2024-25
India Export-Import Trade Statistics for HSN Sub-Chapter 1806
7-year export and import data, FY 2018-19 to FY 2024-25, in ₹ Crore. Source: Ministry of Commerce & Industry, TradeStat EIDB.
FY 2018-19
Exp. Rank #298
Balance
+439.50
Exports
971.02 ₹ Cr
0.0423% share
— YoY
71.88% of Ch. 18
Imports
531.52 ₹ Cr
0.0148% share
— YoY
28.79% of Ch. 18
FY 2019-20
Exp. Rank #308
Balance
+367.47
Exports
905.94 ₹ Cr
0.0410% share
−6.70% YoY
71.07% of Ch. 18
Imports
538.47 ₹ Cr
0.0161% share
+1.31% YoY
29.36% of Ch. 18
FY 2020-21
Exp. Rank #346
Balance
+350.87
Exports
793.00 ₹ Cr
0.0369% share
−12.47% YoY
71.55% of Ch. 18
Imports
442.13 ₹ Cr
0.0152% share
−17.89% YoY
21.87% of Ch. 18
FY 2021-22
Exp. Rank #378
Balance
+281.05
Exports
896.84 ₹ Cr
0.0286% share
+13.09% YoY
78.30% of Ch. 18
Imports
615.79 ₹ Cr
0.0135% share
+39.28% YoY
22.69% of Ch. 18
FY 2022-23
Exp. Rank #392
Balance
−6.06
Exports
924.51 ₹ Cr
0.0255% share
+3.09% YoY
74.43% of Ch. 18
Imports
930.57 ₹ Cr
0.0162% share
+51.12% YoY
26.36% of Ch. 18
FY 2023-24
Exp. Rank #371
Balance
−5.22
Exports
1,078.01 ₹ Cr
0.0298% share
+16.60% YoY
70.83% of Ch. 18
Imports
1,083.23 ₹ Cr
0.0193% share
+16.41% YoY
25.50% of Ch. 18
FY 2024-25
Exp. Rank #336
Balance
+213.65
Exports
1,350.79 ₹ Cr
0.0365% share
+25.30% YoY
53.76% of Ch. 18
Imports
1,137.14 ₹ Cr
0.0186% share
+4.98% YoY
13.49% of Ch. 18
CAGR · 7-Year
Exports
5.66% /yr
Imports
13.51% /yr
Consistently Surplus
Chapter 18 total
reference, FY 2024-25
Export
₹2,512.40 Cr
Import
₹8,426.51 Cr
Trade Balance
−5,914.11
Peak export growth year
Latest available data
Not available
YoY = change vs previous FY
Key Trade Insights: HSN Sub-Chapter 1806 Export-Import Analysis
HSN Sub-Chapter 1806 Ranked #336 Among All 1233 Subchapters by Export Value
In FY 2024-25, HSN Sub-Chapter 1806 ranks #336 out of 1233 subchapters by total export value. Within Chapter 18, it ranks #1 of 6. By trade surplus, it ranks #322 of 1233.
FY 2024-25 Was the Strongest Growth Year for HSN Sub-Chapter 1806 Exports
The strongest single-year export movement for HSN Sub-Chapter 1806 was recorded in FY 2024-25, when exports surged by 25.30% over the prior year.
India Maintains a Trade Surplus of ₹213.65 Crore in HSN Sub-Chapter 1806 Goods
In FY 2024-25, India's exports of ₹1,350.79 Cr exceeded imports of ₹1,137.14 Cr, resulting in a trade surplus of ₹213.65 Crore — ranking #322 of 1233 by surplus magnitude.
Import Growth of 13.51% CAGR Signals Rising Demand for Cocoa food preparations
India's imports under HSN Sub-Chapter 1806 have grown at 13.51% CAGR, reaching ₹1,137.14 Crore in FY 2024-25.
HSN Sub-Chapter 1806 Contributes 53.76% of Chapter 18 Exports — Ranked #1
Among the 6 subchapters under Chapter 18, HSN Sub-Chapter 1806 ranks #1 by export value — accounting for 53.76% of the chapter's total exports in FY 2024-25. On the import side, it holds 13.49% share (rank #4).
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Frequently Asked Questions
Clear answers to common queries about HSN Sub Chapter 1806 and GST compliance.
What products are classified under HSN 1806
It includes Cocoa food preparations
What should my invoice and records include for Cocoa food preparations?
Include HSN, exact description, pack size/grade, quantity, and if pre‑packaged & labelled. Maintain purchase specs, test reports (where relevant), and job‑work challans for audit trail.
Can reverse charge ever apply to transactions involving Cocoa food preparations?
Reverse charge in goods is notified only for specific categories. Most regular B2B sales of Cocoa food preparations are forward charge. Check the current notifications for any special cases before deciding.
Does MRP, weight or pack size change GST treatment for Cocoa food preparations?
Some entries use MRP/weight‑based conditions for classification. Keep pack size, retail marking and brand status on records and invoice to support the chosen HSN.
Any special steps when selling Cocoa food preparations through an e‑commerce platform?
Ensure registration requirements are met and reconcile the operator’s TCS statements with your GSTR‑2B/3B. Map SKU descriptions to HSN to reduce mismatches and returns.
Is the composition scheme suitable if I mainly trade Cocoa food preparations?
The composition scheme is optional for eligible small suppliers of goods. You cannot issue tax invoices or collect tax under composition. Check turnover limits and exclusions; evaluate margins and ITC loss before opting in.
Important Disclaimer
The above does not constitute professional advice or a formal recommendation. We recommend consulting a professional tax consultant before acting on the information contained in this piece of content.